Lea talks to Ryan Jackson who offers Wellbriety from the 8th Judicial Veterans Court Program. Ryan has been involved in the criminal justice system and found purpose through offering a support group at Rocky Mountain Treatment Center.
Lea and Jim share their experiences as advocates and the challenges we often do not talk about. Everyone wants to be an advocate but very few are willing to work towards solutions.
Jim and Kayla talk about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in honor of ADHD Awareness month. Kayla shares her experiences with ADHD including how she copes what it looks and feels like.
Jim introduces our new podcast format. We will be increasing our podcast episodes and discussing current events to keep you informed of what is happening in the world of recovery and peer support!
MPN plays an important role in the state funded Drop in Centers. Lea and Jim discuss the history and development of DICs along with a vision of the future.
Mandy is joined by April Jackson to discuss the challenge of living with BPD, how April's symptoms manifest, and how she maintains her recovery. Trigger warning: this includes discussion of self-harm.
36 min
About Recovery Talks
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MPN is a statewide peer run 501c3 non-profit recovery organization with a mission to lead the development of the peer support workforce and create pathways for wellness and recovery in communities…
throughout Montana. We provide information, education, training, peer support and resources across the state using our own “lived experience” in long term recovery.